Parts Required:

Hazard switch

Hot Tip:

Disconnect battery

Performance Gain:

A hazard switch that works

Complementary Modification:

Replace the shift lever cover

The hazard switch can fail due to mechanical wear or a drink spilling into the mechanism or it can corrode. In order to replace the hazard switch, you will have to remove the shift lever cover in order to get to the shift lever, to replace the hazard signal or to replace the window switches.

Before you do any work on your car it is important that you wear safety glasses, work gloves and dispose of all fluids in a safe manner. Protect your eyes, hands and body from dust, debris as well as sharp objects and edges while working on your vehicle. Disconnect the battery before beginning work. Never work on your vehicle if you feel the task is beyond your ability.

Figure 1

Move the shift lever to the neutral or drive position. This is required in order to have room to remove the ashtray. The ashtray has to be removed in order to get to the shift lever cover screws.